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Photochem Photobiol December 2015 PMID 25682789

Human Hair as a Natural Sun Protection Agent: A Quantitative Study.

María Victoria de Gálvez, José Aguilera, Jean-Luc Bernabó, Cristina Sánchez-Roldán, Enrique Herrera-Ceballos

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27
Peak: 2 in Mar 2023
across 4 sources since May 2021

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  • YouTube2 videos
  • Bluesky1 posts

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a curious yet varied response to the article, with some posts highlighting the protective qualities of hair and referencing the scientific study, while others dismiss the idea or consider it in context of broader topics like skincare or societal beauty standards. The tone and choice of words, such as 'effects of the sun,' 'natural protection,' and references to scientific research, show an attempt to align personal beliefs with scientific findings, but the engagement remains relatively shallow overall.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed opinions, with some posts emphasizing the protective role of hair and others dismissing or questioning it.

InterestModerate interest

The social discussions indicate a moderate level of interest, especially in relation to practical implications like sun protection strategies.

EngagementNeutral engagement

Participants engage by referencing scientific articles and debating the significance of hair in sun protection, but there's no deep or extensive discourse.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall impact of these discussions appears modest, as they revolve around individual opinions and superficial comments rather than widespread change or advocacy.

Abstract in brief

  • The increase in skin cancer rates from excessive sun exposure is a global health issue, prompting interest in sun protection methods.
  • Previous research has focused on sunscreens and clothing, but this study is the first to evaluate hair's role in photoprotection, revealing that hair can significantly block UV radiation.
  • The findings suggest that hair density, thickness, and color enhance this protective effect, highlighting the importance of hair as a natural barrier against UV-induced skin cancers.
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Eva B
@Eva__Blossom · X

@OstAnatoliy зимою тепліше, а літом допомагає від ультрафіолетового випромінення, в чому проблема https://t.co/DxWQd5dqVd.

Jan 29, 2023 · 4 likes · 80 followers View post →
Steven Mitchell
@stevenpmitchell · X

https://t.co/HJsBaGC0r7

Mar 14, 2023 · 5,294 followers View post →
Emma Diez
@emmalikestrains · X

@BenitoArrunada Efectos del Sol en la piel, sin embargo mi argumento es que el pelo protege del sol tal y como expresa este artículo https://t.co/rEJCQCn3If

May 20, 2021 · 1,145 followers View post →
Living Empowered®
@livingempowered · X

Human Hair as a Natural Sun Protection Agent: A Quantitative Study - PubMed https://t.co/pc4e6V2BrG

Jan 11, 2024 · 678 followers View post →
Lilith
@yoMamaLiIith · X

@dezgostang de Gálvez MV, Aguilera J, Bernabó JL, Sánchez-Roldán C, Herrera-Ceballos E. Human Hair as a Natural Sun Protection Agent: A Quantitative Study. Photochem Photobiol. 2015 Jul-Aug;91(4):966-70. doi: 10.1111/php.12433. Epub 2015 Mar 12. PMID: 25682789. https://t.co/l9pCTb1lo3

Aug 7, 2025 · 55 followers View post →
Laurie Prange
@prangemartin.bsky.social · Bluesky

The @canadianforces.bsky.social allows beards because so-called Beardos have strategic advantages over their clean-shaved counterparts. Allowing folks not to be clean-shaven every day isn’t just about including Black men, it’s also about applying science to gain strategic advantages.

Oct 4, 2025 View post →

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Origins of Thick Dark Hair and Hormonal Influences

This video explores the appearance of new thick, dark hair due to hormonal changes or natural processes, emphasizing how body odour reflects reproductive fitness through hormonal levels, particularly oestradiol and…

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Laurie Prange
@prangemartin.bsky.social · Bluesky

The @canadianforces.bsky.social allows beards because so-called Beardos have strategic advantages over their clean-shaved counterparts. Allowing folks not to be clean-shaven every day isn’t just about including Black men, it’s also about applying science to gain strategic advantages.

Oct 4, 2025 View post →
Lilith
@yoMamaLiIith · X

@dezgostang de Gálvez MV, Aguilera J, Bernabó JL, Sánchez-Roldán C, Herrera-Ceballos E. Human Hair as a Natural Sun Protection Agent: A Quantitative Study. Photochem Photobiol. 2015 Jul-Aug;91(4):966-70. doi: 10.1111/php.12433. Epub 2015 Mar 12. PMID: 25682789. https://t.co/l9pCTb1lo3

Aug 7, 2025 · 55 followers View post →
Living Empowered®
@livingempowered · X

Human Hair as a Natural Sun Protection Agent: A Quantitative Study - PubMed https://t.co/pc4e6V2BrG

Jan 11, 2024 · 678 followers View post →
Steven Mitchell
@stevenpmitchell · X

https://t.co/HJsBaGC0r7

Mar 14, 2023 · 5,294 followers View post →
Eva B
@Eva__Blossom · X

@OstAnatoliy зимою тепліше, а літом допомагає від ультрафіолетового випромінення, в чому проблема https://t.co/DxWQd5dqVd.

Jan 29, 2023 · 4 likes · 80 followers View post →
Deepak Gupta
@andgandg · X

https://t.co/0uPkQzHAJx APPLY MORE SUNSCREEN: NOT ONLY ON FACES BUT ON ALL BARE AREAS AND FORGET ABOUT HAIR AS SUNSCREEN AS ALL HAIR GONE NATURALLY OR ARTIFICIALLY @AADskin

Sep 6, 2022 View post →
Deepak Gupta
@andgandg · X

sunlight and thus sunscreen evolving to create health care disparity based on skin color although in reverse @AADskin although hair removal by all neutralizing this disparity https://t.co/0uPkQzHAJx

Aug 29, 2022 View post →
Emma Diez
@emmalikestrains · X

@BenitoArrunada Efectos del Sol en la piel, sin embargo mi argumento es que el pelo protege del sol tal y como expresa este artículo https://t.co/rEJCQCn3If

May 20, 2021 · 1,145 followers View post →